Losing weight really fast is something most people interested in losing weight would love. In fact, many people's favorite fantasy is one where the excess fat just disappears overnight. We could just show up in front of friends the next day, and they wouldn't recognize us. How great would it be?
Unfortunately, it can be dangerous to lose weight too fast. The question is, is this really true?
The dangers of losing weight fast depend on the person, and on how they lose weight. As long as the person is getting the needed nourishment, losing weight fast is not going to be harmful.
However, it is quite challenging to get the minimum required for a healthy diet without taking in at least 1000 calories a day. It is generally advised that women should have an intake of at least 1000 calories, and men of 1400.
Even with that kind of calorie intake, it is easy to lose weight fast. And one should keep in mind that if a person is taller or heavier than average, they could lose weight even if they eat more. And most people will find that they can lose weight by eating more than that.
Another question is what is meant by rapid weight loss. Generally we are told that it is okay to lose 1-2 pounds a week. Anything more than this may cause problems. But a lot depends on how heavy you were in the beginning. A person weighing 300 pounds might lose as much as 5 pounds a week for a while. Men, especially, lose weight faster than women.
Losing the weight slowly usually allows you to also keep the weight off. Most people can only stay on harsh diets for short periods of time. Usually that type of diet does not satisfy our nutritional needs. And you are more likely to binge at the end of a crash diet.
Eating disorders such as anorexia are common in young people that lose weight too fast. For most of these people, their perception of their own body image is wrong. And some of the issue could possibly stem from one wanting to have control over their life and body. Anorexia is a very complex disease, but it should definitely be considered if you find yourself being obsessed with body image and with eating as little as possible.
Fast weight loss can also lead to other health concerns. People who lose weight too rapidly may develop gallstones and also they might develop possible heart problems caused by the shock to the system.
And certainly, if your sudden and rapid weight loss if not done on purpose, you should talk to your doctor. If you lose weight rapidly without being on a diet, your doctor should definitely know.
Unfortunately, it can be dangerous to lose weight too fast. The question is, is this really true?
The dangers of losing weight fast depend on the person, and on how they lose weight. As long as the person is getting the needed nourishment, losing weight fast is not going to be harmful.
However, it is quite challenging to get the minimum required for a healthy diet without taking in at least 1000 calories a day. It is generally advised that women should have an intake of at least 1000 calories, and men of 1400.
Even with that kind of calorie intake, it is easy to lose weight fast. And one should keep in mind that if a person is taller or heavier than average, they could lose weight even if they eat more. And most people will find that they can lose weight by eating more than that.
Another question is what is meant by rapid weight loss. Generally we are told that it is okay to lose 1-2 pounds a week. Anything more than this may cause problems. But a lot depends on how heavy you were in the beginning. A person weighing 300 pounds might lose as much as 5 pounds a week for a while. Men, especially, lose weight faster than women.
Losing the weight slowly usually allows you to also keep the weight off. Most people can only stay on harsh diets for short periods of time. Usually that type of diet does not satisfy our nutritional needs. And you are more likely to binge at the end of a crash diet.
Eating disorders such as anorexia are common in young people that lose weight too fast. For most of these people, their perception of their own body image is wrong. And some of the issue could possibly stem from one wanting to have control over their life and body. Anorexia is a very complex disease, but it should definitely be considered if you find yourself being obsessed with body image and with eating as little as possible.
Fast weight loss can also lead to other health concerns. People who lose weight too rapidly may develop gallstones and also they might develop possible heart problems caused by the shock to the system.
And certainly, if your sudden and rapid weight loss if not done on purpose, you should talk to your doctor. If you lose weight rapidly without being on a diet, your doctor should definitely know.
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